This is a remote US based position. It requires day time, week day hours (8 hour shifts Monday-Friday between 5am-11pm MST). Responsibilities Verifies patient insurance coverage timely utilizing phone or online resources. Submit prior authorizations to insurances in timely matter via payer specific portals and vendors Ensures all pertinent medical documentation is accurate and present prior to authorization submission. Follows up with pending authorizations on a regular basis to obtain the current status or to be informed of any action needed in order to obtain the authorization approval. Communicates any authorization denials to the appropriate staff. Handles any discrepancies, errors, or omissions of authorization denials and files appeals when necessary for overturn of adverse decision. Participates in educational activities and attends regular staff and department meetings. Exhibit and manage excellent turn-around time in order to ensure timely authorizations. Consistently work in a positive and cooperative manner with fellow team members and management. Demonstrate flexibility to perform duties wherever volume deems it necessary. Collaborate with other departments to assist in obtaining pre-authorizations in a cross functional manner. Document activities appropriately in process notes. Participates in the Quality Assurance plan. Complies with applicable CLIA and HIPAA regulations. Stay up to date with SOPS Complies with all company and department policies and procedures Contributes to a positive work and team culture